In the long history

China has accumulated various literature. Scholars have never stopped studying the historical development of ancient Chinese literature. But the researches may be deeply influenced by western culture

and most of them about its theoretical framework and structure still focus on the development of Western literature. However

we should have clear recognition that ancient Chinese literature is our Chinese culture. It is not advisable to blindly adopt western research methods. The development and innovation of research methods need correct theoretical system as a guide. Therefore

how to improve the research methods of ancient Chinese literature is the top priority for our literature researches at the moment.